What is RSS? RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is an XML-based format for sharing and distributing Web content. An RSS reader lets you know when new information is posted on web sites you tell it to scan. RSS feeds are different from podcasts; they do not contain audio. How do I subscribe to the California School Finance website's RSS feed? Copy this URL into your preferred RSS/news reader. You will automatically receive notifications of new content on EdSource's site.  http://californiaschoolfinance.org/RSS.aspx I clicked on the XML button and saw gobbledygook in my browser. If you click an RSS link but do not have an RSS/news reader or an RSS-compatible browser, you will see XML code in your browser window. To view the headlines, copy and paste the RSS feed address into an RSS news reader, or use a browser that supports RSS feeds. What is an RSS/news reader? RSS/news readers (also called "aggregators") are software programs that display RSS feeds for you. News readers can be web-based, others are separate, "stand-alone" programs. Some are free to use. Where can I get an RSS/news reader? You can use a web-based newsreader such as My Yahoo or My Aol. Or a wide variety of RSS readers can be easily downloaded from the Web. How often is the California School Finance RSS feed updated? The RSS feed is updated whenever there is new content on the California School Finance website. This does not happen on a regular schedule.